Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist

About Your New Employer

• Innovative and High-Tech: Join a leading company in the medical device manufacturing industry, known for its cutting-edge technology and high-growth environment.
• Family-Owned and Committed to Innovation: Be part of a second-generation precision engineering company dedicated to sustainable manufacturing practices and continuous growth.

About Your New Job

• Health & Safety:

  • Own and maintain the site Safety Management System.
  • Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to mitigate workplace hazards.
  • Organize and provide training to employees on health and safety practices and procedures, through tool-box talks or safety communications.
  • Investigate accidents and incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  • Stay up to date on changes to environmental, sustainability, and health and safety regulations.
  • Manage and organize the site EHS Employee Training matrix, including Manual Handling, Chemical Awareness, and Forklift Certification.
  • Ensure compliance with Irish health, safety, and environmental legislation, including requirements of the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

• Environmental & Sustainability Compliance:

  • Monitor and ensure compliance with all environmental health & safety regulations.
  • Develop and implement programs to minimize environmental impact, including waste reduction & pollution prevention.
  • Conduct environmental audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Identify opportunities for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other sustainable practices.

What Skills You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in environmental, sustainability, and health and safety roles, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and metrics related to EHS performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with ISO 14001 management systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and implement sustainable practices within an organization.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Salary: €50,000 approx. DOE
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to sustainability and excellence.

What’s Next

Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or call me, Ross Keyes, on 091749269. If the job isn’t quite right but you are looking for something similar, please get in touch. We also have multiple Temp, FTC, and Contract jobs available.